Exciting family activities in Dubai this weekend: animal encounters and cultural festivals

Dubai: Dubai is buzzing with family-friendly fun this weekend! Whether you're looking for an educational adventure, a cultural experience, or simply a day of delicious food and entertainment, we've got you covered. Here are four fantastic activities to enjoy with your loved ones
This Sunday, head to the Trump International Golf Club for a new family event called Sundays on the Lawn. Launching on February 23 it will feature an outdoor bar, unlimited food, a live carvery station, starters, desserts, a kids’ station, a bouncy castle, a soft play area, face painting, kids’ entertainmen, and a lot more.
The Sunday Market from 10am to 12noon will be free to for families to attend. Packages for the main event, which include food, drinks, entertainment, and nanny service for kids, till 6pm, start from Dh199. Children under the age of six can attend free.
Want to try your hand at zoo keeping? Head to Dubai's favourite indoor bio-dome to become "Zookeeper for a day” and to experience an unusual adventure.
Zookeeper experience is available from 3 to 6pm throughout the week. During weekends, there is an additional session in the morning from 8.30am to 11.30am.
Priced at just AED 410 per session you can shadow a biologist for a day, interact with fascinating wildlife, and watch the behind-the-scene workings of the rainforest.
The experience is recommended for 8 years and above.
You can observe piranhas feeding, explore the region's only bat cave, and a lot more at The Green Planet. Head to their official website to for the tickets.
This weekend, check out the popular 'My Little Pony Breakfast' buffet, at the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, featuring a wide array of fresh, delicious favourites to fuel your Saturdays and Sundays! Plus, treat your little ones (and yourself!) to a morning of smiles, sunshine, and fun-filled pony rides! The breakfast event takes place every Saturday and Sunday, costing Dh149 per adult, and Dh75 per child.
Celebrate the spirit of togetherness at Ferjan Festival. Set among the Ghaf trees of Mushrif Park, taking place till February 26. The gathering is a tribute to local talent and Emirati heritage, with a line-up of activities for all ages. Browse through handcrafted creations at the local artisan market, taste delicious homegrown recipes and experience live performances. For a fun day out, the festival offers a range of creative workshops where children and adults can express themselves through painting, crafting and photography. If you're a foodie, you'll get to take part in live cooking challenges too.
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